Related Experiment Videos
Pocket depth reduction by tooth types and sites after initial treatment.
M Yokota1, K Kubo, K Matsuyama
1Kyushu Dental College.
Dentistry in Japan
|January 1, 1990
Summary
This study analyzed periodontal pocket depth reduction in adult periodontitis patients. Key tooth surfaces showed varying treatment responses, highlighting areas needing focused care for better outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Periodontology
- Dental Therapeutics
Background:
- Periodontitis is a common inflammatory condition affecting tooth-supporting structures.
- Effective treatment requires understanding variations in patient response.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare pocket depth reduction rates across different tooth types and sites in periodontitis patients.
- To identify specific tooth surfaces with differential responses to initial periodontal therapy.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of periodontal pocket depth reduction in 41 adult periodontitis patients.
- Maintenance of O'Leary plaque index below 10% during initial treatment.
- Comparison of treatment response based on tooth type and specific root surface location.
Main Results:
- Significant reduction in pocket depths was observed after initial treatment.
- Favorable treatment responses were noted on teeth 15, 25, 14, 24, 33, 43, 31, 41, 34, and 44.
- Poor treatment responses were identified on teeth 11, 21, 17, 27, 37, and 47, particularly on specific mesiopalatal, midpalatal, and distolingual surfaces.
Conclusions:
- Initial periodontal treatment leads to significant pocket depth reduction.
- Treatment outcomes vary considerably among different tooth types and specific root surfaces.
- Identification of these variations is crucial for targeted clinical intervention and improved periodontal therapy outcomes.